SVT193 Oliver Koletzki I The Arc of Tension - CD

On his sixth studio album, The Arc of Tension, Berlin-based DJ, producer, and Stil vor Talent label head Oliver Koletzki delivers a deeply immersive sonic narrative—a journey through emotion, introspection, and dancefloor energy.

Unlike his previous albums which focused heavily on vocal collaborations, Koletzki here adopts a more instrumental, story-driven approach, presenting the record as a psychonautic voyage through his own consciousness. Opening with A Tribe Called Kotori—a subtle nod to his 2005 breakthrough Der Mückenschwarm—the album quickly draws the listener into its rich and evolving world.

From the dreamy, downbeat tones of Byron Bay and Tankwa Town to the rising tension and complexity of Spiritual Not Religious and A Star Called Akasha, the album gradually transitions into Koletzki’s signature melodic techno sound. Tracks like Through the Darkness, Planetarium, and They Can't Hold Me Back showcase his ability to fuse emotional depth with dancefloor propulsion.

The arc concludes with the powerful Power to the People and the ambient finale The Day We Leave Earth, rounding out an album that is both expansive and intimate—a reflection of Koletzki’s evolution as a storyteller and electronic music innovator.

Details:

• Artist: Oliver Koletzki

• Album: The Arc of Tension

• Label: Stil vor Talent

• Format: Digital / 2x12" Vinyl

• Genre: Melodic Techno / Electronica / Downtempo

• Tracks: 14

• Standout Tracks: A Star Called Akasha, Through the Darkness, Planetarium, Power to the People

• Release Year: 2017

• Style: Autobiographical, instrumental, emotionally-driven

A compelling sonic arc that blends delicate atmospheres, driving rhythms, and heartfelt storytelling—The Arc of Tension is Koletzki at his most reflective and masterful.